Read Colossians 2:10-15, then read verse 10 again. Paul wrote this letter to early Christians who were being told that they needed to obey a long list of rules to follow Jesus. Paul reminds them that faith in Christ makes them complete. His power and authority are all we’ll ever need. Praise Jesus for that!

Read Matthew 14:25-27. Jesus miraculously fed over 5,000 people and then sent His disciples by boat across the Sea of Galilee—and into a raging storm. Jesus walked across the water to them, assuring the terrified disciples that they didn’t need to be afraid. What’s a storm you’re facing? In what way is Jesus meeting you as you struggle with fear or frustration? Tell Him what you need—He can do anything!

SUM IT UP When Jesus calmed a fierce storm, His disciples were awestruck—and realized He truly was God’s Son and could do anything.

BIBLE BASIS: Matthew 14:22-33; John 6:15-21; Mark 6:45-52

Battered by a sudden storm, the disciples’ boat is splin-tering and sinking fast. They’re terrified to see a ghostly figure striding toward them across the water—until they realize it’s Jesus! And when Jesus commands the roiling water to grow suddenly still, the disciples understand Jesus truly is God’s Son—and He can do anything!

TALK ABOUT THIS What did you discover about God in this story? About people? About yourself?

REMEMBER IT“In Christ you have been brought to fullness. He is the head over every power and authority.” —Colossians 2:10

UNIT: JESUS & HIS TEACHINGS

EPISODE 01: Jesus Can Do Anything DAY 1

DAY 2

Read Psalm 29:10 and Psalm 89:8-9. When the psalmist writes “flood,” he’s describing storms and floods, including the flood in Noah’s time. Say aloud phrases in these verses that describe God. He’s King and has power and authority over all the forces of nature. Jesus, God’s Son, has that same power and authority; that’s why He could command the water and weather. What storms can you give to Jesus today?

DAY 4

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DAY 3

GOD IN ACTION DEVOTIONSThis week grapple with a staggering truth: there’s no greater power or authority in the universe than Jesus. He can do anything—and He’s in your life. Read the Bible verses in each devotion, and carefully consider what God’s saying to you through His Word.

Read Matthew 14:28-30. Peter showed courage by stepping out of the boat. And Jesus showed His power, interrupting the laws of physics so Peter could walk on water. But once Peter shifted his focus to the wind and waves, his faith was overcome by fear—and he started to sink. Talk with God about this: What makes you fearful rather than faithful in life? And ask Jesus for help—He can do anything!

Read Matthew 14:31-33. The story of Peter and Jesus walking on water ends with the disciples worshiping Jesus, proclaiming He is the Son of God. Combine the disciples’ response with the verses in Psalms you read on Day 4. Praise Jesus that He can do anything!

DAY 5